In this episode, Lance and Maxine discuss how to create your own path, place value in your knowledge and experiences, pursue your own passion, and how to connect with the opportunities that are presented to you.

Maxine is a trained economist turned environmentalist. She is the founder and CEO of Pick My Brain, an online platform that helps you package and sell your time, knowledge and experience in new and creative ways on your own independent terms. Pick My Brain gives you an easy opportunity to offer yourself unique services to the world.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: 

• [00:19:38] Pursuing opportunity
• [00:31:12] Value of human spark and connections
• [00:38:10] What is Pick My Brain
• [00:46:50] Creating your own path
• [00:57:45] Steps on starting up

WHAT IS ONE LESSON THAT ADVERSITY HAS TAUGHT YOU?

Maxine answered; “We need to get better, a little every day, know that you have a life to live and that life is about collecting experiences.”

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About University of Adversity Podcast

Learn how to shift your perspective on adversity by understanding that although adversity may feel like your worst enemy, it is actually your greatest ally. My mission is to connect with unique and inspiring individuals and showcase their journey and what they have gone through in order to become successful in their lives. Tune in three times a week with Lance Essihos for your gold-filled lesson of inspiration, resilience, and bravery. Don’t forget to subscribe!